The owners are so sweet and friendly, we very much enjoyed talking with them. We had the brisket and the pulled pork sandwich which were amazing! So delicious! We will Be back! read more

Great folks with amazing grub with lovely Palmer Lake right behind their venue and a view of the mountains in the front. What else do you need to know? read more

Sundance Pit BBQ in Palmer Lake crushed it. I had the turkey BBQ sandwich with green chile cornbread and it was outstanding--smoky, tender turkey piled high, and that cornbread with a hint of spice was next-level good. The brisket and sausage are legit too, but that turkey sandwich is worth the trip all on its own. Friendly owners, laid-back vibe, and food that tastes like it was made by people who love the craft. This is BBQ done right. read more

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The food was wonderful! The brisket is done to perfection. The service was great. Highly recommend to anyone.

The food here was awesome and we were really surprised. Not a lot of options in the area on a Sunday, so we stopped in and gave it a try. I got the sliced brisket sandwich and a screwdriver (yes, they had a selection of drinks available) and my buddy got a pulled pork sandwich. We tried the BBQ sauce and thought it was great. It had a sweet taste. The meat was great even without the sauce and I think next time I'll try the elote. The food came out very quickly and everyone working was friendly. We headed over to the lake afterwards and ended up recommending the place to a few people there. They had good pricing also. The only thing I would change is to have the sandwich come with a choice of side included (willing to pay more for this) vs a bag of chips. Note that there is parking right in front and I believe behind the place. The parking next door looks inviting, but is labeled for residents read more

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Thanksgiving Turkey was the BEST we have ever had! They provided a pint of phenomenal gravy! We will never do our Thanksgiving dinner without the Sundance smoked turkey and gravy. They serve turkey all the time, so sample it and enjoy the best turkey. The place is the epitome of a great BBQ place. Every time we come in we are greeted like family. read more

If you're the type who doesn't like it lean, the brisket could bring tears of joy to your eyes. It's that delicious. Really enjoyed the food. The baked beans are particularly great as a side. Highly recommend. read more

Unassuming little restaurant on a corner coming into Palmer Lake (from Monument) - easy to miss, but well worth finding! They are friendly folks and I think every person there asked if I enjoyed my food - which I definitely did. I had a 1/2 pound of lean brisket (after the young lady at the counter mentioned that they were known for their brisket). I also ordered coleslaw and green chili cornbread with some iced tea. I filled my tea glass and was told I could sit in any of the 3 dining areas. The restaurant appears to have been an old family home before its current life as a Texas Barbecue wonder. I chose a table with booth seating on one side. A basket on the table provided napkins and flatware. I relaxed and awaited my food - drooling over the great smells wafting from the kitchen. The brisket and cornbread arrived, each in their own basket, and the coleslaw soon followed along with a bottle of BBQ sauce. There were 3 thick slices of the leanish brisket accompanied by sliced onions and a few delicious dill pickle coins. The coleslaw was mayo-based and tasty (but could have used a little more spice, for my taste). The brisket was fall-apart tender and perfectly smoked - soooo good! The BBQ sauce was a bit sweet, which I enjoyed. The cornbread was tasty but I would have liked some butter for it - my fault for not asking! After I finished the meal, the thought of homemade banana pudding with vanilla wafers made me order some - absolutely perfect!! read more

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This place is the best. The brisket Philly is life changing. A must stop in palmer lake!

Looking for a hidden gem Sundance Pit BBQ is a great little place to stop. The brisket was incredible. You just need to get there early as they had already sold out of ribs. read more

The brisket is the best I've had in Colorado. Maria is a kind soul. Try the smoked cheese. Yum yum! read more

Sundance Pit BBQ - Brisket Philly cheese sandwich, chips, sweet tea and potato salad. You'll be back I guarantee!!! - Barbeque Near Me - Palmer Lake, Colorado

Cute local spot! Three dining areas, so plenty of room for diners. The cheesesteak was very flavorful and they didn't skimp on the meat. Might ask for more of the grilled veggies next time. Turkey breast sandwich was very tender, I liked adding the BBQ sauce to it. Both came with a bag of Lays chips. The cornbread was dense and our 2 year old enjoyed it! Friendly owners, and they offered our son a hot wheels car which was a kind touch. We'll be back to try other sandwiches the next time we visit the lake! read more

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First time eating here and it exceeded our expectations. This is a locally owned business so definitely check them out if you get a chance or want to take a little drive. We chatted with one of the owners and even met the pit master - both friendly and genuine. The menu is simple but provides plenty of options for food and drink. We got the chopped brisket sandwiches (comes with bagged chips), coleslaw, baked beans, and green chile corn bread. The sandwich also came with onions and pickles which I personally like both. The coleslaw was a great consistency. The baked beans actually had several types of beans and was a highlight for me with the cornbread. All in all -- Everything was absolutely delicious! A+! The BBQ sauce is homemade too which we enjoyed immensely. As I write this, I'm regretful there's no leftovers now I'm home, haha. The restaurant is on the smaller side but there is seating in the front entry, back, and a few tables outside as well. I imagine on a busy day, it would get a little cramped but since it is so close to Palmer Lake, honestly a to-go order a la picnic at the lake would be pretty epic. Parking - We parked in the back. The turn in is a little narrow but no issue finding a space once back there. Highly recommend checking out Sundance Pit BBQ! read more

This cute place has the BEST bar-b-que in the Tri Lakes area and maybe beyond. Very flavorful, nice balance of fat to meat unless you are a moist lover. I usually go for the leaner cut and it is very tender and not dry at all, which sometimes it can be. Not at Sundance. The slices are a meal in itself. The restaurant is nice and welcoming as are the owners. Anyone living in the area or just passing through should certainly give it a try. For me, I'm hooked! read more

BEST BRISKET EVER! No frills, just perfect bbq everything. Highly recommend and bring your appetite

It's good but small portions and a bit pricey. I bought the biggest sandwich and it was not what I expecting. It's good for the experience

Purchased a 3lb take out order for family dinner. Pricy, over $70. Wrapped in tinfoil. Meats, Brisket, Turkey and Pulled Pork were tender and overall good. We have had better for the money. read more

Fantastic place to eat fabulous barbecue. Located where at the bend of the road on the lake side, this charming restaurant makes full use of its rooms and allows diners to seat themselves in comfort. We loved the cushioned seat benches, the artwork on its walls, and the homey feel. We were greeted immediately and didn't have to wait for a table. You order at the counter - drinks, meats, sides - and the kitchen brings out your food quickly. We were impressed at how efficient the service was. We ordered sliced brisket, pork, potato salad (a special menu item), elote, baked beans and cornbread. The meats were incredibly tender and tasty; they just fell apart. They came with onions and pickles. We had little fat in our meat servings. Sauce is available at each table so they aren't stingy with it and we sauced to our taste. The sauce was really sweet but good, though it made me wish there was a different version with some spiciness. Every one of the sides was on point but the elote was particularly special and delicious. Next time I'll order the elote with brisket in it. There will definitely be a next time and soon, it was that good. Strongly recommended! read more

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Just had their brisket, brisket chili, and cornbread! Amazingly GOOD!!! Will definitely go back again ASAP! Yum Yum!!!

We moved up here from Austin, TX five years ago. Ever since then, we've searched for good barbecue in the Colorado Springs area and have had disappointment after disappointment. Even the Rudy's up here is awful! Finally, I discovered The Sundance and their moist brisket. It's as good as the really good stuff in the Central Texas area! read more

Wow wow wow!!!! We are from out of town and were craving BBQ and this spot DID NOT disappoint!!!! First off, the owners are so sweet and friendly and extremely generous people! Secondly, best BBQ I've ever had! HANDS DOWN! Next time we visit I am DEFINITELY coming back for more food from the elote to the banana pudding to the RIBS!!! The ribs literally SLIDE OFF OF THE BONE and they do NOT need any extra sauce they were perfectly seasoned and absolutely delicious!!! Please support this family business and get the bbq from here!!! It's absolutely delicious!!! read more

The hubs and I were driving through Palmer Lake last Sunday and noticed a new to us BBQ place, Sundance Pit BBQ. What a lucky find! We're always hoping for tender smoked turkey and moist brisket and Sundance did not disappoint! Both were excellent as were the owner's family coleslaw and baked beans recipes! We're not fans of super sweet baked beans and Sundance must have seen us coming! With just a hint of creamy sweetness and three beans in the recipe, we should have ordered the larger portion. The coleslaw was most excellent as well and we look forward to trying their elote on our next visit. This gem of a restaurant is a welcome addition to Palmer Lake! Great food, fairly priced and served by warm and welcoming folks. Win win win in our opinion so please support this local Colorado family business! You'll be happy you did:) read more

Yummy! Had some turkey, pulled pork, ribs and brisket. All were delicious. And the people that own this place couldn't have been nicer! Need to definitely go back. read more

Great brisket and pulled pork. The jalapeño cornbread was tasty, too. Fast service xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Impromptu stop in tonight for dinner. SO FORTUNATE! I ordered the 1/2 lb. smoked brisket, and sides coleslaw and green chile corn bread. EVERYTHING was outstanding! The brisket was the BEST I have ever had. It was fork tender, and full of flavorful juices. I can't wait to come back! read more

Stopped in on Sunday afternoon and the place was busy. A lot of items were sold out from Saturday. Sage told me they were extremely busy Saturday. I ordered the Chopped brisket sandwich with onions & this is was amazing. I ordered coleslaw for the side and the cornbread. These are made in house and were simply outstanding. Service was perfect. As people and tables left, they were cleaned quickly and efficiently. They have bottles of barbecue sauce, homemade to pour on your food as well. Their barbecue sauce is great. read more

Absolutely awesome BBQ! Great food and great people! We just moved here from Austin and these people really know how to do brisket (knew the difference between lean, moist, and burnt ends :). The ribs are outstanding as well. They are only open on the weekends right now, and I highly recommend you make a plan to give them a try. read more

If you are looking for delicious bbq, get yourself to Sundance! I have a few dietary limits and they gladly created a yummy dish using turkey and savory extras. We'll be back! read more

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In Colorado for a business trip and family time coming from Texas. Stopped here not expecting it to really be great BBQ but it was! Great Texas BBQ in Colorado. The service was great, the inside area was quaint. It's an overall excellent place to stop and eat. I highly recommend! read more

Excellent BBQ and great hosts! I had the brisket Philly, my wife had the pulled pork and my mom had the pulled brisket. All the food was amazing - another Palmer Lake gem! read more

Delicious barbecue! Awesome addition to the local food scene. We had the pulled pork and brisket and all the sides. Made for a tasty and easy large gathering read more

Fantastic Texas BBQ now in Palmer Lake! We tried the brisket and pulled pork, both of which were on point. Succulent moist smokey meat with great homemade bbq sauce. The Texas twinkies (smoked bacon wrapped jalapeño stuffed with/ cheese and brisket) are also quite good. Service was fast and friendly and the ambiance was just what you would expect from a bbq joint. So glad to have quality bbq right in town! read more

Tremendous BBQ, staff, and owners. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Brisket is the best I have ever had-period! Ribs are tremendous! Not to mention the Turkey, Bakes beans, coleslaw, cornbread...you get the idea. WOW just wow! read more

Amazing food & great service! They were so kind and even gave our sons 2 hot wheels cars! Philly sandwich was amazing. We will be back!

An absolutely incredible bbq spot that reminds you what food should be about. Friendly staff and BBQ that will make you think you're in a different state. read more

My in-laws picked up the brisket and the pulled pork and they were both among the best I've ever had. I can't wait to drop by next weekend to try the brisket Philly cheese steak. read more

Oh my but that brisket is good, and they have an Elote' side dish that is to die for. Super nice folks too. Great experience!

Excellent and very tasty BBQ! The pork sandwich was very yummy, the ribs were excellent, and the brisket was very moist, although it could have used a bit more seasoning. The cornbread was also very good, and the tea was very good. I appreciated that the sweet tea was not super sweet, and also that they had an unsweetened option. The potato salad was lackluster, but that was the only thing that was disappointing. The service was friendly and they did a good job of getting out what we needed; they just needed to bring us napkins. Also, don't be fooled by the outside appearance, there's actually plenty of seating and it's very comfortable and quite nice! read more

Fantastic BBQ. Raised in KC and this is on par with anything you'll find there. Everything is good, but the brisket is out of this world. Really nice folks, neat location in small-town Palmer Lake. 100% worth a try. read more

Great atmosphere quiet and nicely decorated. Comfortable benches delicious pulled pork. Coke on ice is nice and cold. Yum we will be back.